Home / Lifestyle / Danish Royals Get Up Close With Tasmanian Marine Life
Danish Royals Get Up Close With Tasmanian Marine Life
19 Mar
Summary
- King Frederik and Queen Mary visited Hobart, Tasmania.
- The royals learned about kelp restoration and marine biodiversity.
- They saw sea urchins, lobsters, and discussed climate change impacts.
King Frederik X and Queen Mary of Denmark visited Hobart, Tasmania, on March 19, marking the final leg of their Australian tour. The visit was particularly personal for Queen Mary, as it was her first official return to her home state in over 20 years. The royal couple explored the Alum Cliffs Marine Reserve with the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies.
During their excursion, Their Majesties engaged closely with marine life, with Queen Mary pictured holding a sea urchin. Both royals were reportedly astounded when a researcher presented a live giant lobster. Their visit aimed to foster understanding of kelp forest restoration and marine biodiversity, emphasizing climate change's effects.
Earlier in Hobart, the King and Queen participated in a Welcome to Country ceremony at Government House. Queen Mary notably wore a re-worn Ralph Lauren jacket and ME+EM dress. The royals also had a packed itinerary including a visit to INCAT Shipyard, MONA Museum of Contemporary Art, and The Agrarian Kitchen, focusing on sustainable practices.
The tour concluded with a State Reception hosted by the Tasmanian governor, signifying the end of their official visit to Australia. King Frederik had previously highlighted the significance of Australian-built battery-electric ferries during a banquet speech.
